With the 15 Nov 2026 auctions now in, Barasat APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lentil(Masur)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,300 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Lentil(Masur)(Whole) leader.
01What Put Barasat APMC on Top Today
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,300
- Lowest Price Today₹7,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,300
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date15 Nov 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.2% above the period average and just 3.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Barasat APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹7,211. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Nov | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 07 Nov | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 06 Nov | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 05 Nov | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 04 Nov | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Nov | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 25 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Going to the top Lentil(Masur)(Whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 15 Nov 2026, Barasat APMC set the pace for Lentil(Masur)(Whole). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.